Estella Beltramelli

I have a degree in Oriental languages and literature, and I’m passionate about anthropology. Ever since I was taught to, I write not to forget.
I’m drawn to the humanity and resilience of those living in the shadows and on borderlines, even invisible ones.
I root for the environment, awareness and simple words chosen carefully.

Favourite quote

“The real noise is the echo that things have in us” (James Joyce)

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Tulasi Gowda, the barefoot Indian activist who takes care of the forest

Tulasi Gowda, the barefoot Indian activist who takes care of the forest

Tulasi Gowda, 83, of southern India’s Halakki tribe, is known as the “encyclopaedia of the forest” thanks to her profound knowledge of seeds and plants. She is a recipient of the 2020 Padma Shri Awards – India’s fourth-highest civilian honour – for her invaluable environmental contribution. Translated by Patrick Bracelli